Before Rent, there was Tick, Tick... Boom! This autobiographical musical written by the Pulitzer Prize- and Tony Award-winning composer of Rent, is the story of a composer and the sacrifices that he made to achieve his big break in theater. His girlfriend wants to get married and move out of the city, his best friend is making big bucks on Madison Avenue and, yet Jon is still waiting on tables and trying to write the great American musical. Set in 1990, this compelling story of personal discovery is presented as a rock musical filled with instantly appealing melodies and a unique blend of musical theater styles.

Parental Advisory

Please be aware that Tick, Tick, Boom includes strong language that may be offensive or inappropriate for younger audiences, suggestive and mature themes not suitable for all ages, LGBTQ+ content, and references to substance use, including drugs and alcohol. This show may not be suitable for all audiences, so viewer or listener discretion is strongly advised.

Written by Jonathan Larson
Directed by Viridian Soule
Produced by Katia Perhach-Owens and Ginger Cardinal
February 7-23

Patio Playhouse is a non-profit community service organization dedicated to providing entertainment for the Southern California community, to creating opportunities for people of talent and interest who wish to participate and/or perform and to providing training for individuals who wish to learn about theater art.